By: Attorney Moshe Taieb – Lev-Taieb Law Office

Road Accidents Involving Trucks with Trailers – Insurance Liability

Road accidents involving trucks and trailers raise complex legal and insurance questions. Who is responsible: the truck insurer, the trailer insurer, or both? This guide explains the legal framework and how to pursue compensation.

The Legal Complexity: Two Vehicles, Two Insurers

Under Israeli law, when a truck and its trailer are insured separately, determining which policy covers an accident can be disputed. Courts have ruled that when the trailer actively contributes to causing the accident, both the truck insurer and trailer insurer may bear joint liability.

What Happens When the Driver Converts to a Parked Vehicle?

One of the key issues in these accidents is determining insurance liability when one party turns into the path of an oncoming vehicle. The insurance company of the responsible vehicle is required to compensate the victims.

Steps to Take After a Truck Accident

• Document the exact position of all vehicles at the scene
• Identify all insurance policies involved (truck and trailer)
• File claims against all potentially liable insurers
• Consult a personal injury attorney as soon as possible

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